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Job Title Geotechnical Lead

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Your Impact:
What if we showed you how we're solving the world's greatest challenges by transforming intangible ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world?
Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomises the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.
At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. Based in the UAE we are seeking a Geotechnical Lead. You will play a key role in the design phase of some of the most iconic giga programmes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
You will provide leadership of the Geotechnical Team in investigating, analyzing, design inputs and construction supervision of complex projects, working collaboratively with other members of the region and global Tunnels & Ground Engineering (TGE) Teams.
This will include a number of deliverables in terms of documentation and drawings, as well as workshops and presentations. In addition, you will be required to liaise & coordinate with a range of other internal disciplines and project teams, and provide the necessary associated inputs to their scope of works, as well as the Client and his various teams.
You will provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced staff, as well as technical review and Quality Assurance on deliverables, as well as liaise with internal Subject Matter Experts (SME) to provide their technically specific review and supporting advice where necessary.
You will be required to attend internal and Client progress meetings. You will be required to manage & secure staff resources to deliver the required deliverables to meet the project program.
As well as your role within the broader TGE Team, you will assist in the growth of the Company's ground engineering & tunnelling practice through technical support in delivery of existing projects, collaborating on and influencing the growth strategy for our business, supporting, mentoring and collaborating with our broader TGE practice.
Here's What You'll Need:
Hold a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil / Geotechnical or an equivalent ground engineering degree
Have 16+ years of experience in ground engineering projects
Have proven rock engineering experience
Sound experience in various areas of geotechnical investigation, analysis and design. Experience should include slope risk assessment, landslide analysis, site formation, retaining walls and foundation engineering and associated infrastructure projects.
Sound understanding of relevant geotechnical standards and guidelines (local and international) and design software within areas of expertise.
Have experience of leading and / working in a design and construction environments would be advantageous.
Sound interpersonal and technical management skills, demonstrated ability to lead a group of geotechnical engineers in delivering solutions.
Positive track record in client management and development in consulting. Ability to build & maintain strong client & team relationships.
Experience in planning and execution to achieve business goals.
Be willing to travel up to 25% of the time
Jacobs. A world where you can.
From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions - we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share By supporting one another, we all succeed.
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too - from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals - all at a single global company.
Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.

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